PHYS 44200 - Quantum Mechanics

Inadequacies of classical physics; wave packets and Schrodinger equation, one-dimensional problems; operator formulation of quantum mechanics; linear harmonic oscillator; angular momentum; hydrogen atom; Pauli principle and application to helium atom.

Preparation for Course
P: PHYS 34200 and MA 36300 with grades of C- or better.

Cr. 3.
Student Learning Outcomes
1. Students will be able to use quantum mechanics to solve basic quantum problems. They will interpret quantum mechanical solutions.